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| Tilia europea | |||
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| Name | |||
| Linden | |||
| Biological Name | |||
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Tilia europea |
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| Other Names | |||
| Linden, Lime Blossoms, Linden flowers, Tilia | |||
| Parts Used | |||
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Dried flowers |
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| Active Compounds | |||
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Volatile oil, up to about 0.l%, containing farnesol |
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| Remedies For | |||
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Nervine, anti-spasmodic, hypotensive, diaphoretic, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, emmenagogue, astringent. Linden is a relaxing remedy for nervous tension. Also used as a prophylactic against the development of arteriosclerosis and hypertension. Also used in the treatment of raised blood pressure associated with arteriosclerosis and nervous tension. Its relaxing action combined with a general effect upon the circulatory system give Linden a role in the treatment of some forms of migraine. The diaphoresis combined with the relaxation explain its value in feverish colds and flu. Combinations : In raised blood pressure it may be used with Hawthorn and European Mistletoe, with Hops in nervous tension and with Elder Flower in the common cold. |
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| Description | |||
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Found in Europe. |
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| Dosage | |||
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Infusion: pour a cup of boiling water onto l teaspoonful of the blossoms and leave to infuse for 10 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day. For a diaphoretic effect in fever, use 2-3 teaspoonfuls. Tincture: take l-2ml of the tincture three times a day. |
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| Safety | |||
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No information available. Some herbs are known to react with your medication. Please consult your physician before starting on any herb. |
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